Removal

2GR-FE ENGINE MECHANICAL: REAR CRANKSHAFT OIL SEAL: REMOVAL

REMOVAL

1. REMOVE AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY (for 2WD)
HINT: See the steps from "Remove Engine Assembly with Transaxle" through "Remove Automatic Transaxle Assembly" .

2. REMOVE AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY (for AWD)
HINT: See the steps from "Remove Engine Assembly with Transaxle" through "Remove Automatic Transaxle Assembly" Installation.

3. REMOVE DRIVE PLATE AND RING GEAR SUB-ASSEMBLY





(a) Using SST, hold the crankshaft pulley.
SST: 09213-70011
09213-70020
SST: 09330-00021





(b) Remove the 8 bolts, front drive plate spacer, drive plate and ring gear sub-assembly, and rear drive plate spacer.
4. REMOVE ENGINE REAR OIL SEAL





(a) Using a knife, cut off the engine rear oil seal lip.
(b) Using a screwdriver, pry out the engine rear oil seal.
NOTICE: Be careful not to damage the crankshaft.
HINT: Tape the screwdriver tip before use.